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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Julianus II SPES REIPVBLICE; Sirmium
| Bronze | 1.92 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 355-361 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#432691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Emperor helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding globe on right hand turned upwards and spear with left hand
Mintmark and Officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES REI-PVBLICE
Unabridged legend: Hope of the State
Translation: Spes Reipublicae
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Julianus II (SPES REIPVBLICE; Sirmium) coin is that it features the image of a Roman Emperor, Julianus II, who was known for his attempts to restore paganism as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire, despite the spread of Christianity during his reign.
